
Episode 126: “For Your Love” by the Yardbirds
A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs
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The Yardbirds - For Your Love, I'll Give the Stars a Hug
The only part of the song where the group's normal electric instrumentation is used is the brief middle eight. The record went to number three and became the group's first real hit. Most of the group were excited about their new found success, but Clapton was not happy. He made his displeasure about playing on material like For Your Love very clear, and right after the recording session, he resigned from the group. They signed a one-record deal with immediate records, a new independent label started by Rolling Stones manager Andrew Oldham.
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